Santander Bank

Python Automation & AI Solutions Developer Expert I

Country: Spain

IA Division is seeking a Python Automation & AI Solutions Developer Expert I

Your Journey Starts Here:

Santander is a global leader and innovator in the financial services industry. We believe that our employees are our greatest asset. Our focus is on fostering an enriching journey that empowers you to explore diverse career opportunities while nurturing your personal growth. We are committed to creating an environment where continuous learning and development are prioritized, enabling you to thrive both professionally and personally. Here, you will find ample opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented colleagues from around the world, sharing insights and driving innovation together. Join us at Santander, where you are supported by a culture of engagement and a commitment to your success.

AI at the Core: Building the Future of Our Organization

Artificial Intelligence is not just a technological enabler; it is a transformational force that is reshaping how we serve our clients, manage our operations, and compete in the market. To fully capture its potential, AI must be tightly integrated with our business strategy and execution.

To support this integration, the AI function is designed to balance technical excellence with business impact through a structure that fosters collaboration between technology, data science, and business units. The AI function is led by Ignacio Bernal, within the Data and AI Global division, headed by Ricardo Martín.

The AI teams are grouped under two strategic axes, with AI Special Projects being part of the Business-Driven Functions.

AI Special Projects leads cross-AI and transversal initiatives, ensuring alignment, governance, and impact tracking across the function. This team is headed by Silvia García Ledesma and plays a key role in connecting AI with strategic priorities of the Group.

An exciting journey awaits, if you are interested in exploring the possibilities We Want to Talk to You!

What You Will Do

• The Python Automation & RPA/AI Solutions Developer designs, builds, and maintains intelligent automation solutions that streamline operations, enhances analytics capabilities, and reduce manual effort across business functions. This role delivers high-impact Python-based automations, integrates AI technologies, and supports the development of scalable, efficient digital workflows. Working in an Agile environment, the developer collaborates closely with business stakeholders and cross-functional teams to translate requirements into robust, maintainable solutions aligned with enterprise priorities and the organization’s automation strategy.
• Designs and develops robust Python-based automation solutions to improve operational efficiency reduce manual effort and enhance process quality.
• Maintains and optimizes automation scripts and AI integrations across multiple business units and domains.
• Builds scalable, high-impact solutions that combine Python automation with intelligent technologies such as OCR, NLP, and machine learning.
• Develops and automates data extraction, transformation, and reporting workflows using structured and unstructured data sources.
• Maintains, troubleshoots, and enhances existing automations; Identifies root causes and implements long-term fixes for process issues.
• Collaborates with business users, analysts, and other developers to gather requirements, validate logic, and refine automation opportunities.
• Performs unit testing validation and deployment of automation solutions in a controlled and iterative manner.
• Maintains a strong understanding of enterprise automation standards, process governance, and documentation best practices.
• Analyzes business problems using data mining and statistical techniques to inform and drive automation design decisions and operations strategies.
• Translates complex business rules and data conditions into modular, reusable Python logic within a structured code base.
• Participates in agile development cycles, contributing to backlog grooming, Sprint planning, and demonstration of deliverables.
• Documents process designs, code logic, and user instructions to support long-term maintenance, scalability, and knowledge transfer.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s or Masters in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or related field.-Required
• 4+ years of experience in Python development, with demonstrated use in automation, scripting, or data pipelines.-Required
• 3+ years of experience in PO&C (HR &Org) department and/or knowledge of HR/Org solutions and HR/Org data
• Design, build, and deploy end-to-end automation solutions in Python/enterprise tools (i.e. RPA Platforms) to eliminate manual processes across various business units
• Integrate intelligent components (e.g. OCR, NLP, ML) into process automation using open-source or enterprise tools/capabilities
• Perform data mining and transformation to support automation use cases and decision logic
• Analyze large datasets to identify process inefficiencies, automation opportunities, and predictive insights
• Develop reusable modules for file processing (Excel, PDF, CSV), API integration, and database interaction
• Create scalable scripts for unattended bot execution, including logging, error handling, and exception management
• Support orchestration of jobs and batch execution via schedules or workflow engines
• A familiarity with Champion/Challenger (a.k.a. A/B Testing) methodologies and standards
• A strong understanding and/or aptitude for common Data Mining and Analytics methods and techniques
• Data Preparation & Feature Engineering
• Pattern Discovery & Clustering
• Predictive Modeling & Machine Learning
• Natural Language Processing (NLP)
• Statistical Analysis & Testing
• Data Visualization & Insight Delivery
• Integration with Automation
• Collaborate with business partners, analysts, and data scientists to deliver impactful solutions that combine automation with insight.
• Contribute to solution design, documentation, testing, and deployment with a structured deployment lifecycle (i.e. Agile).

Certifications:

• No Certifications listed for this job.
• It Would Be Nice For You To Have:
• Established work history or equivalent demonstrated through a combination of work experience, training, military service, or education.

Risk Culture:

We embrace a strong risk culture and all of our professionals at all levels are expected to take a proactive and responsible approach toward risk management.

EEO Statement:

At Santander, we value and respect differences in our workforce. We actively encourage everyone to apply. Santander is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Working Conditions:

Frequent minimal physical effort such as sitting, standing and walking is required for this role. Depending on location, occasional moving and lifting light equipment and/or furniture may be required.

Why This Role Matters

This role is at the heart of how Santander ensures that AI is not just a set of tools, but a core driver of business transformation. By coordinating transversal initiatives, maintaining governance standards, and tracking strategic efforts, you will help translate vision into execution — and shape how AI delivers value at scale.